Start Your Enterprise Correctly – Guidance on Business Entity Formation

Launching or expanding a business involves crucial choices, and selecting the appropriate legal structure ranks among the most significant. Receive knowledgeable advice from a reliable expert to establish your business on a solid legal footing.

Credentials & Experience

Valerie L. Kramer, Esq. is a California business lawyer with more than 35 years of practice. She specializes in assisting new entrepreneurs in properly transitioning from operating as a hobbyist or sole proprietor to establishing a fully recognized legal entity.

Services Offered

• Clear explanations of the advantages and disadvantages of each entity type
• Detailed assistance in preparing and filing formation paperwork
• Coordination with your accountant to ensure correct legal and financial setup

Fixed-fee formation services cover LLCs, corporations, and partnerships. (Professional corporations and non-profits are not included in fixed-rate pricing due to their intricate nature.)

Business Entity Types in California

• Sole Proprietorships
• Partnerships
• Corporations:
  1. C-Corporation
  2. Professional Corporation (APC)
  3. Non-Profit (501(c)(3))
• Limited Liability Companies (LLC)

Important: Certain LLCs and corporations might also be eligible for 'S Corporation' tax election—a tactical choice for lowering employment taxes and managing profit distribution more effectively.

The Importance of Your Business Structure

• Asset Security – Safeguard your personal property.
• Tax Strategy – Legally increase deductions and minimize liabilities.
• Operational Efficiency – Prevent future administrative complications.
• Earnings Distribution – Establish clear rules for allocating profits among stakeholders.

Contact Information

Call Valerie L. Kramer, Esq. – Los Angeles Office at (213) 204-6090.

Free phone consultations are available. All discussions are confidential and involve no obligation.